Trustee Luncheon with CEO of Broward Health

Last Wednesday, our esteemed trustees gathered at Hugh’s Catering for an enlightening fireside chat. Chamber President Dan Lindblade engaged in a captivating conversation with Manny Linares, CEO of Broward Health.

Manny shared details about his journey from New Orleans, now back in South Florida, steering the ship at Broward Health. Impressive stats underscore Broward Health’s significance:

• The hospital handles a staggering 300 ER visits daily, making it the busiest in the nation.
• Their trauma unit hosts just under 4,000 visits per month, a testament to their unwavering commitment to community well-being.

Manny is not just a CEO; he’s a believer in personalized care. His dedication to patients and their families shines through every decision he makes. In his own words, Manny told attendees, “I have every imaginable surgeon for the hospital. That is something incredibly valuable.”

Several trustee members were also honored during the event, including representatives from Popular Bank, Comsys, and Mafe Resources.

Sea Turtle Lighting Panel Discussion

Last Friday at the chamber, we learned all about protecting hatchlings with proper lighting! Big thanks to Stephanie Roche (Broward County), Stephanie Bass (City of Fort Lauderdale Code Compliance), and Mike Fleming (Courtyard Marriot) for sharing their expertise on:

• Lighting Maintenance: How to keep beachfront lights sea turtle-friendly
• Beach inspections: Ensuring nesting areas stay dark
• Window tinting & drapes: Reducing disorientation for hatchlings



Together, we can make a big difference for these amazing creatures!

April's Member of the Month: Audra Durham

When the Deerfield Beach Chamber of Commerce decided to consolidate and join forces with the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce (GFLCC) in 2020 it brought a considerable number of resources from the north Broward region, including influential business leaders like Audra Durham, Director of Sales and Marketing of the award-winning Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort. Originally from Providence Rhode Island, Army Veteran, and 30-year hospitality professional; Audra was appointed to the GFLCC Board of Directors as new Deerfield Beach Council (DBC) Chair in 2021. When asked about her greatest accomplishments in this role she said, “Connecting businesses together to do business, as well as developing friendships, and putting Deerfield Beach on the map within Broward County!”

Now serving as DBC Chair for a third year, Audra hosts an ongoing monthly Coffee & Connections networking breakfast at the Wyndham and collaborates with the...Click Here for Full Story

We are accepting applications for Leadership Fort Lauderdale Class 31!

We are seeking motivated individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact in Fort Lauderdale and are committed to personal and professional growth. Whether you are a young professional looking to advance your career, an entrepreneur seeking to expand your business network, or a community advocate dedicated to driving meaningful change, this program is tailored to help you achieve your goals.

If you or someone you know would benefit from participating in the Leadership Fort Lauderdale program, we encourage you to apply or nominate a candidate today. Applications are now open, and the deadline is August 30th, 2024.

To learn more about the program and apply, please visit our website here. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact Dolores Molina, 954-462-8023 or via email dolores@ftlchamber.com

Scaling Your Business? CareerSource Has Your Workforce Solution

Find skilled workers & build a thriving team. CareerSource Broward can help. Take our quick (3 minute) survey to see if our services are a good fit for your business. Together, let's fuel Broward's workforce!

Meet Blue Interactive Agency at Working Women

Leads Group

Small Business Workshop by Congresswoman

Wasserman Schultz

Upcoming Events

Deerfield Beach: Coffee & Connections

Women's Council Mixer

Real Estate & Construction Council Hosts Bob Moss

Rising Leaders: Rise Out of the Crowd

Chamber Breakfast: Will Property Insurance Rates in Florida Ever Decrease

Social Impact Breakfast Panel:

Collaboration Across Sectors

Dicsounted Tickets for Members

Miami Shark Tickets

Miami Sharks and Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce partner up: 30% off GA tickets!



We want to invite all the members to our next home game April 27th at 7:30 PM at Inter Miami's Training Facility Stadium.

Tailgate + Fan Zone + DJ + Live Entertainment + 80 minutes of high adrenaline rugby + after game party meet & greet access!! Get to know what rugby is all about. Go Sharks!

QUESTIONS?

For questions please email customerservice@miamisharks.com

Water Taxi Tickets

Miami Marlins Tickets

As a member of The Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce swing into savings for the 2024 Miami Marlins baseball season with discounted tickets all season long! Experience the excitement of Miami Marlins baseball, coming off an unforgettable playoff run in 2023.

Don't miss this chance to be part of the Marlins' journey to victory. Grab your discounted tickets today and get ready for an unforgettable day at the ballpark!

Upcoming Community Events

Earth Day & 120th Birthday Celebration

Autism Awareness Charity Golf Tournament

PetNmind Fort Lauderdale Grand Opening

Grand Opening: RobotLab Fort Lauderdale

"Meet Sports Illustrated's 2022 "Sports

 Kid of the Year!"

The opportunity to learn HOW to play golf with Sports Illustrated’s 2022 Sports Kid of the Year, resonating with dozens of children across South

Florida. Through his nonprofit “Carter’s Spectrum Golf,” over 60 students have signed up for lessons. The students not only learn how to play, but with a grant from the Broward County Sheriff’s Office, Carter donates, gear and golf apparel.

The 13-year-old from Coral Springs who is on the Autism Spectrum, has been traveling around the world sharing his inspiring story of why he started his own line of golf apparel, called “Spectrum Golf...Click here for Full Story

ArtServe Opens "Healing Through Art" Exhibit with FPL Gallery Dedication

Hundreds of art lovers were in attendance at a reception on Friday, April 12, 2024 as Fort Lauderdale’s ArtServe opened its newest exhibit called “Looking Forward—Healing Through Art.” 

Created through grants from Funding Arts Broward, Broward County Cultural Division, Florida Arts & Culture, The Community Foundation of Broward and the WalMart Foundation, with sponsorship by BrightStar Credit Union and Florida Power & Light Company, Healing Through Art runs through Friday, June 15 and features artists who focus on mental wellness and healing, as well as those who create art despite physical or mental challenges.

“Hands-on group art projects can be instrumental in forging camaraderie and self-esteem for everyone,” ArtServe CEO Jason Hughes added...Click Here for Full Story

Holy Cross Health Honors 97-Year-Old Volunteer

In recognition of National Volunteer Month, Holy Cross Health in Fort Lauderdale celebrated 97-year-old Carmel Provencal, who has been volunteering for the hospital since 1959, when the Sisters of Mercy first arrived from Pittsburgh.

The sisters arrived in the summer wearing black wool habits. Provencal immediately told them that she was a seamstress and would make them habits suitable for Florida, so she made them white cotton habits. In her 65 years of service at Holy Cross, the former home economics teacher has logged 45,360 volunteer hours. Provencal also fashioned quilts for palliative care patients, knit caps and blankets for babies and crafted bags that attached to walkers. Even today, she still sews...Click Here for Full Story

NEW MEMBERS

General

Apollo Electric FL LLC

AtWork

Bellwether Insurance Group

Corporate Culture Consulting

El Pama Tavern

ERIC CAMPBELL PHOTOGRAPHY

Florida Senior Consulting

Flowing Love, LLC

GMA International Services, Inc.

H Kelly Marine

Jess Electric

Kelly Education

KK HOLISTIC

Muston Group International LLC

RobotLAB Ft Lauderdale

ROCK AND BREWS PLANTATION

Sealord Hotel

Splendid Alkaline LLC

TD Bank - Michael Coles

The Corporate Genius

The Salad Boss

Waterloo Hospitality, Inc

Trustee

Waste Management

RENEWING MEMBERS

General

Advanced Roofing INC. & AGT

Agape Treatment Center

Allstate, Catherine Grady Insurance Inc

Auberge Beach Residences and Spa

BowTie Kids

Broward Public Library Foundation

Central Florida Treatment Center

Dickey Consulting Services, Inc.

Dillard Center Arts Foundation

Don Hillman , Inc.

Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp.

Federal Engineering & Testing, Inc

Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta Miami Branch

Florin Roebig

Food For The Poor, Inc.

Fort Lauderdale Design and Construction Professionals (FLDCP)

Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport

Gallery One Fort Lauderdale - A Doubletree Guest Suites Hotel

Hampton Inn Ft. Lauderdale/Plantation

Hardcore Advertising

Hosanna Corporation/Hosanna4Youth

Hudson Capital Group

Hugh's Catering

Humane Society of Broward County, Inc.

Jack & Jill Children's Center Inc.

JWR Construction Services, Inc.

Lauderdale BMW of Pembroke Pines

Marine Research Hub

NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale

Premier Listings

R.E.D.D. Learning Academy

Rainbow Roofing Solutions

Resolve Maritime Academy

Royal Blues Hotel

Sentry Self Storage

Southern Tide

St. Marks Episcopal School and Church

Suddath Workplace Solutions

T. Jay Vitarelli, CPA PA

The Pillars Hotel

The Salvation Army - Adult Rehab Center

Timpano Las Olas

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK

World AIDS Museum and Educational Center

World Famous Parrot Lounge

Trustee

B Ocean Resort

Baptist Health South Florida

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC

City of Oakland Park

First Baptist | FTL

Hull & Company LLC. / Peachtree Special Risk Brokers LLC

Pine Crest School

TD Bank - Broward Region Office

YMCA of South Florida

Chairman’s Circle

Eye On South Florida

Tri-Regional Mayors "Breakfast Forum" and Big Ideas, Tuesday, June 25, 2024, 7:30-11:45 am, Coral Ridge Country Club.

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